Probability for cosmic masses of the main asteroid belt to approach the Earth. (May 2022)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Salnikova, T.; Samokhin, A.
• Is Part Of: Acta astronautica. Volume 194(2022)
• Page Start: 411
• Page End: 416
• Publication Date: 2022-05
• Subjects: Main asteroid belt -- Griqua family of asteroids -- Orbital resonance -- Stable formations; Astronautics -- Periodicals; Outer space -- Exploration -- Periodicals; Astronautics; Periodicals; 629.405
• DOI: 10.1016/j.actaastro.2021.09.036
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0094-5765

Abstract

Abstract: The problem of space flights safety arose with the beginning of the first launches of artificial Earth satellites. With expansion of the boundaries of space flights, the area of outer space that must be controlled to ensure flight safety is significantly increasing. In this study, we consider the possibility of capturing space objects into near-planetary space and further movement of these objects. Such statistical analysis is very important when planning the long-term flights. The objects of our research are both: the particles that came from deep space and the evolving asteroids of the Main asteroid belt. A special attention is paid to the evolution of the Griqua family of asteroids, which belong to the main asteroid belt, and move in orbital resonance with Jupiter. Highlights: Possible capture of cosmic masses in Solar system is discussed. Contribution of Jupiter, Mars and Saturn to evolution of the Main belt asteroids is shown. Griqua family asteroids possibility to reach near-Earth space is studied.